Tommy Robinson

It has been two weeks since right-wing political activist, Tommy Robinson, was arrested. The circumstances of his arrest aroused a great deal of interest from both sides of the political divide, as well as a variety of conspiracy theories. The Secret Barrister website explains the legal context behind Robinson’s arrest and sentencing.

Islamofacism

It has been reported that Islamic State (IS) supporter Husnain Rashid, of Nelson, Lancashire, who was warned at his trial that he could spend life behind bars, called for an attack on Prince George. However, it has also emerged that ‘Jewish communities’ were included on Rashid’s list of targets which also included Army bases and Government Buildings.